Marco Antonio Camacho Jr. was 17 when he was fatally shot in Long Beach, California, on December 26, 2001. Los Angeles County coroner records list his death as a homicide by gunshot; he was struck multiple times, which investigators say indicated a targeted attack.

Despite periodic reviews by the Long Beach Police Department and several leads and suspects over the years, no arrest or conviction has been reported and the case remains unsolved. Investigators have faced a shortage of witnesses willing to come forward and challenges gathering evidence, which have hindered progress.

Marco’s death has been cited in local discussions about gang violence, gun crime and services for at-risk youth. If anyone knew Marco, saw activity in that neighborhood on December 26, 2001, or has information about his killing, please share what is known with the Long Beach Police Department.